Police in the Maldives have arrested a 36-year-old man in connection with his suspected leadership role in a scam network operating via Facebook Marketplace. The arrest of Nadeef Mohamed, from Rankokaage, G.A. Gemanafushi, took place last Wednesday.

Mr. Mohamed was apprehended in relation to a case where an individual’s money was reportedly obtained under the false premise of selling goods through Facebook. The funds were then purportedly directed into a separate account and subsequently withdrawn.

Details of Arrest and Seized Items

During his arrest and the subsequent search, law enforcement officers reportedly seized a significant quantity of cash cards, SIM cards, mobile phones, Maldivian Rufiyaa, and US Dollars.

Police stated, “He is suspected of repeatedly being involved in orchestrating and operating such scams, and in collecting funds obtained by scam networks.”

Ongoing Investigations

Authorities further indicated that special efforts are currently underway to identify and apprehend other individuals actively involved in circulating funds acquired through these scam networks.